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Dave Coulier selected as Cut it out homecoming comedian Cora Hall Ferris pre-pharmacy freshman News Editor Sam Finnerty shared Ruiter’s ex- citement and said she will be in This year’s homecoming come- attendance in September. dian will bring a load of childhood “I think it would just be fun to nostalgia for many students. see him and just have him talk, After measuring student inter- he’s an awesome person,” Fin- est through polls and surveys, the nerty said. Ferris Center for Leadership, Activ- Ferris health care administra- ities and Career Services (CLACS) tion sophomore Cloe Winnie said decided to bring to she’s excited to see Coulier’s im- campus this year. Most students pressions. know him as Joey Gladstone from “I think if he does the ‘Cut it out’ the hit “.” joke, that’ll be good enough for “I’m so excited, I think Dave me,” Winnie said. Coulier will be amazing,” Ferris The homecoming comedian pre-pharmacy junior and Home- event has become increasingly coming Committee President Eri- popular over the years, according ca Foote said. “Most of us grew up to Foote, with last year’s show sell- around the age where ‘Full House’ ing out. was airing every single day on TV, “I think it’s so we all watched Uncle Joey every starting to build day after school. I think people will more and more love him.” of a reputation The event will be held at Wil- and students liams Auditorium 8 p.m. Thursday, always ask me Sept. 27, with tickets for students about it at ori- going at $5 for the next two weeks Erin entation,” Foote at the CLACS office. After that they Ruiter said. “I think it’s will go on sale to the public as well. going to be a Coulier, a native of Harper great show. I’m really excited for Woods, started out his career it, I think he’s going to be great. doing voicework for Scooby-Doo There’s been some great response and Scrappy-Doo, the Real Ghost- from the students, and so I’m look- busters and Yogi Bear before he ing forward to seeing all the feed- was cast in “Full House.” back from everyone after.” Many students are excited to Entertainment Unlimited will see Coulier live after seeing him be hosting a competition on TV as kids. to select the opening act 7 p.m. “I’m excited,” Ferris pre-phar- Thursday, Sept. 13 in the Rankin macy freshman Erin Ruiter said. Lounge in the University Center. “Just seeing him on ‘Full House,’ Students can sign up for the com- and then being able to see him live petition through OrgSync. here is really cool.”

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• Tickets are now on sale for students for $5 (one ticket limit per student). • Tickets go on sale to the public Mon- day, Sept. 17 for $10 (and students can buy additional tickets for $10 at this time). • Where: CLACS Office in the University Center • When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Graphic by: Sarah Massey | Production Manager Faculty give away free food to students in appreciation Cora Hall mendations for a settlement, though it is not binding. making $65,000, a 1.5 percent raise is $900; you take News Editor Ferris Physical Science Professor and FFA President taxes out of that and it’s not very much. It’s a few dol- Charles Bacon said the university attempted to stop FFA lars a week,” Caserta said. “Raising tuition comes from As a thank you to the support the Ferris Faculty Asso- members from picketing and handing out informational Dave’s huge salary.” ciation (FFA) has received from students, the union has fliers to students. After working at Ferris for 38 years and being on mul- initiated a weekly event called “Thankful Thursday.” “The court documents filed by Ferris asked to have tiple negotiation teams, Caserta said the FFA would not FFA members will be handing out food to students in all forms of demonstration banned, but the judge struck ask for a contract that put financial burdens on students. the North Quad and a second location that will vary each that language,” Bacon said. “Otherwise they would have “We would never ask for something to hurt students week from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Thursday. They will been able to restrict our constitutional rights of assembly because we wouldn’t be employed if continue to participate in informational picketing concur- and free speech.” we didn’t have students,” Caserta rently. Ferris Communications Officer Michelle Rasmussen said. “We’ve gotten a lot of support from students. We’ve said it was not the university’s intention to violate FFA The Subway sandwiches provid- gotten hundreds of emails and even in classes, students members’ rights. ed Sept. 6 was paid for through FFA stop and ask us how they can support and they want “There was no intention of preventing the lawful exer- dues and cost around $4,000, ac- details about what is going on,” Ferris English Professor cise of their right to picket between classes or the dis- cording to Bacon. and FFA Vice President John Caserta said. “We are very semination of fliers,” Rasmussen said. “What the univer- Many students appreciated the thankful for the students’ support and what we’re fight- sity was asking for was the prevention of obstructing or free food on Thursday. Ferris commu- ing for is that they’re ensured a quality education.” interfering with the entering and exiting of Ferris build- Jacob nications junior Jacob Lewis said it Both the university and FFA attorneys agreed to an in- ings and classrooms while picketing.” Lewis showed the faculty really cares. definite extension of the temporary restraining order that President David Eisler said he is not speaking to the “It makes me feel as if they really the university was granted Aug. 27, according to a uni- media right now. care,” Lewis said. “The Subway sandwiches they’re pro- versity-wide notice sent out Thursday, Sept. 6. The last Caserta said that some students had been led to be- viding us today are paid through union dues, not student negotiation session was Aug. 29 and a contract has yet lieve that if the faculty is given the raise they want, it will tuition. This is something from them to us.” to be agreed upon. cause student tuition to go up 12 percent, which is un- Ferris nursing junior Elizabeth Buss agreed with Lewis. According to the Ferris website, the university filed a true. “I think it’s really nice and it shows that they care about petition for a fact-finding process that will include a hear- “[Eisler’s] $68,500 bonus that he was given this year us, and I just hope that they can figure out everything so ing conducted by the fact-finder who will make recom- is more than a lot of faculty people make. For someone that we can focus on learning,” Buss said. 3

NewsNews 3 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 - ON THE RECORD - A roundup of this week’s crime at Ferris State University Chill on the drugs Cora Hall vestigation is currently inactive due to a lack In the dorms? Really? News Editor Total freshman move of leads. Aug. 28, 8:47 p.m., officers investigat- Aug. 25, 10:22 p.m., officers responded ed a report of a controlled substance and Where did you learn to drive? to a report of a minor in possession and Not above the law narcotic equipment violation in Ward Hall. Aug. 22, 3:47 p.m., officers responded obstruction of justice at Oak and Warren Aug. 27, 10:20 p.m., officers investigated One appearance ticket was issued and one to a report of a subject driving with their Streets. One subject was arrested and re- a report of domestic assault in Vandercook subject was referred to the Office of Student license suspended at Northland Drive and ferred to the Office of Student Conduct. Hall. One subject was referred to the Office Conduct. 14 Mile Road. One appearance ticket was of Student Conduct and the Title IX Office. issued. Bad news Your mom will be so disappointed Aug. 26, 1:49 a.m., officers investigated Chill on the drugs Aug. 28, 10:35 p.m., officers received a Fried like an egg a report of domestic assault in Brophy Hall. Aug. 28, 1:09 a.m., officers discovered report of a controlled substance and narcot- Aug. 24, 8:49 p.m., officers investigated The investigation is still open. a controlled substance and narcotic equip- ic equipment violation in Vandercook Hall. a controlled substance and narcotics equip- ment violation in Lot 4. One appearance One appearance ticket was issued and one ment violation at Cardinal Court. Three sub- Snitches get stitches ticket was issued and one subject was re- subject was referred to the Office of Student jects were referred to the Office of Student Aug. 26, 2:46 a.m., officers discovered a ferred to the Office of Student Conduct. Conduct. Conduct. failure to report an accident at Sports and Family Drive. One appearance ticket was Violence is not the answer This is why it lost power They poked the smot issued and one subject was referred to the Aug. 28, 5:14 p.m., officers responded to Aug. 29, 2:14 p.m., officers responded to Aug. 25, 3:44 a.m., officers discovered a Office of Student Conduct. a report of assault in North Hall. One sub- a report of larceny in the Business Building. controlled substance and a narcotics equip- ject was referred to the Office of Student The investigation is still open. ment violation in Clark Hall. One appear- I’m just borrowing it… Conduct. ance ticket was issued and one subject was Aug. 26, 12:31 p.m., officers responded referred to the Office of Student Conduct. to a report of larceny at Hallisy Hall. The in- WEEKLY W RLD NEWS NEWS BRIEFS Megan Lewton Editor in Chief

Catch up on news around the globe Cover the Seal Donate your spare change to a charitable cause during Cover Megan Lewton homes to lose power. The earthquake caused a the Seal in the North Quad Wednesday, Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. – 5 Editor in Chief landslide that destroyed multiple houses and in- p.m., hosted by the Student Alumni Gold Club. Students are en- jured about 300 people. With a magnitude of 6.7, couraged to drop off change, which will be donated to the Helen New Delhi, India the earthquake is the strongest to hit Hokkaido DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. For more information, India’s Supreme Court recently removed a long- since 1996. contact Greg Brunner at [email protected]. term ban on consensual gay sex. The ban had been Original story by Motoko Rich, Sept. 6, 2018. The in place since the 1860s and it made “carnal inter- New York Times. LGBTQ+ Center Featured Presentation: A Jihad for Love course against the order of nature” illegal, which Watch a documentary discussing the intersection of Islam and was typically enforced amongst gay men, but also Cape Town, South Africa homosexuality 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19 in University Center applied to anal and oral sex of any kind. Although As a result of poaching, 87 elephant corpses 202A. The documentary, “A Jihad for Love,” will be followed by a homosexuality has become more accepted in India were discovered with their tusks cut off in Botswa- question and answer session with director Parvez Sharma. The in recent years, the act of gay sex was still consid- na. The elephants’ bodies were found near the event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact ered criminal until the ban was overturned. Okavango Delta wildlife sanctuary and were discov- the Office of Multicultural Services at (231) 591-2617. Original story by Jeffrey Gettleman, Kai Schul- ered through aerial surveys that occurred over the tz and Suhasini Raj, Sept. 6, 2018. The New York past few months. Although sales of ivory are illegal, Rx Glow Run: 5k Run/Walk Times. it continues to be sold in “underground markets,” Get active to benefit charity in the Rx Glow Run at Hemlock Park and in many African countries, people are driven to Friday, Sept. 21, hosted by the National Community Pharmacists Tokyo, Japan poach because the work has a high monetary value. Association. Check-in for the 5k run/walk will begin at 7 p.m., with An earthquake that hit the Japanese island of Original story by Kimon de Greef, Sept. 4, 2018. the run beginning at 7:30 p.m. Registration costs $20, which in- Hokkaido Thursday, Sept. 6, killed at least 17 peo- The New York Times. cludes entry, glow sticks, raffle tickets and a T-shirt, but shirts are ple, left 26 people missing and caused millions of not guaranteed with late registration. Proceeds will go to the Hope House Free Medical Clinic in Big Rapids. For more information, con- tact Ben LaCross at [email protected].

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Landry Shorkey fired up for the school year and just a way to build on Torch Reporter relationships while they’re here, so we just kind of de- cided we wanted to make a new tradition at Ferris,” Dor- Students kicked off the school year in a big way last ton said. week by attempting to conquer a world record. The attempt was the first in a new tradition of world Participants of the Bubblegum Blast hoped to beat record challenges, which students hope to continue an- the record for the most people to blow a bubble at one nually. time in the Guinness Book of World Records. “I like that it’s a diverse group of people. You could The world record attempt took place Thursday, Sept. meet people that you wouldn’t normally meet because 6 in the North Quad. The Center for Leadership, Activ- you don’t know who’s going to show up. It’s just kind ities and Career Services (CLACS) organized the event of a random assembly of people,” Ferris music and en- involving all things bubbles. Students and community tertainment business freshman Nicole Hollinsky said. members competed in bubble-themed games and re- “I think eventually, if you make it a tradition, eventually ceived prizes while enjoying music from both a live artist it’s going to get bigger, so maybe then we could actually and a DJ. break a world record, even if this one doesn’t.” “We kind of just thought something small and sim- Ferris finance freshman Grace Fletcher said the event ple that could be achieved by everyone, and so we were helped bring students together in a fun way. thinking that if it was open to the community, that it “I think it’s fun. It kind of brings people together and would be achievable that way as well,” Ferris nursing ju- kind of gives you a feeling that you can change the world, nior and CLACS Student Coordinator Caitlin Dorton said. but you know, in a goofy way,” Fletcher said. “I think it’s According to the Ferris website, the current record a cool idea to just attempt something that might last was reached July 11, 2018 in Trenton, New Jersey at the forever, or at least a really long time until somebody else Eastern League All-Star Game with 881 participants. comes along and breaks it.” Dorton helped plan, organize and secure volunteers According to Dorton, the participants were counted for the event, which included the help of the Ferris with a clicker, but they were unsure of the exact number. men’s rugby team. The results of the world record challenge have yet to “The university wanted something to get freshmen be tallied.

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NewsNews 5 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Join the Getting help club Registered Student Organizations cater to unique interests

Landry Shorkey Phi Sigma that is part of your Torch Reporter major shows you who you will be working with once you com- If you’re looking to feel more plete college. These people in at home on campus, joining a the RSO can help further your registered student organization learning while in college and (RSO) can be a good place to guide you to career opportuni- start. ties once you have graduated,” An RSO is a group of at least Trinka said. five students and one Ferris Trinka credits the organiza- employee advisor that share tion for her leadership skills. a common interest. Over 220 “RSOs are a great opportu- different RSOs exist at Ferris. nity to obtain leadership roles They’re based upon anything and community participation. from academics to athletics to Even if you do not join a ma- Greek life and more. jor-specific RSO, other RSOs Ferris digital animation and can also show you new oppor- game design junior Matthew tunities in the world that you For students struggling with anxiety, seeking assistance may be difficult Findley is the president of Ac- would have never seen if you tive Minds, an organization had not gone out and explored Grant Siddall “I know a few students who suffer you’re already experiencing anxi- dedicated to ending the stigma new interests,” Trinka said. Torch Reporter from social anxiety so intensely, ety, sometimes just walking up to surrounding mental health is- RSOs that are not major-spe- even calling to schedule an appoint- the door to make the appointment sues. cific often serve to unite stu- Some Ferris students believe ment of that kind could cause an is overwhelming,” Walton-Stanciel “The best part about being dents from diverse education- Birkam’s scheduling policies may emotional episode.” said. “You might feel like everyone in an RSO is the fulfillment that al fields. You Beautiful Black be deterring students with anxiety According to Barber, the policy is is looking at you or that people are comes from doing something Woman (YBBW) is an organiza- from seeking counseling. in place to ensure that students in going to see you walk in and wonder you are so passionate about. It tion that promotes unity among According to the Center for Colle- critical situations are seen as quick- why you’re going in there…I think has a nice way of making you black women of all majors and giate Mental Health 2016 Annual ly as possible. Barber also said that that deters people from going.” feel complete and like you’re strives for cultural enhance- Report, between the 2009-10 ac- the forms students fill out in person Ferris Social Work Professor Mi- doing something to help those ment on campus. ademic year and the 2015-16 aca- are reviewed to determine the ur- chael Berghoef, in need,” Findley said. “You connect with so many demic year, the amount of students gency of the issues. who has a pro- Each RSO has different re- different people and are able to seeking counseling appointments “If a student in crisis were to fessional back- quirements set for member- make a positive impact on cam- increased by 30 percent, while en- complete a form after hours online, ground in mental ship, which students can learn pus,” Ferris political science rollment grew by only five percent. it would not be seen until at least 8 health, said that by reaching out to individuals junior and YBBW community Of those students, 61 percent re- a.m. the next morning, maybe even while these kinds in the organization. A complete service chair Charnice LaGrone port anxiety and 49 percent report longer if done over the weekend. of policies often list of all RSOs and contact in- said. “You get the opportunity depression. That is not fair to the student or have reasoning formation for leading members to network with different busi- Birkam Health Center schedules to the counseling center,” Barber behind them, can be found under Orgsync on nesses and other organizations about 3,000 counseling appoint- said. “We want to make sure we Michael they can become the Ferris website. on and off campus, and you ments annually, according to Di- have access to the student in cases Berghoef a barrier for those “It is never too late to get gain valuable skills that help rector of Health Services Lindsay of emergency and crisis.” seeking help. involved and you’ll meet many you in whatever career you’re Barber. Those appointments en- Barber said she does not see “Anxiety, social anxiety in par- people and make a lot of pursuing.” compass a wide variety of issues, Birkam ever offering online sched- ticular, would make all in-person friends in the process,” Findley Through YBBW, LaGrone has but some students believe that uling because those issues are aspects of initiating and attending said. “I would encourage every- formed close friendships with Birkam’s scheduling process could non-avoidable. There are 24/7 re- counseling more difficult,” Berghoef body to find something they are other students. be preventing students with anxi- sources listed on Birkam’s website said. “It would add to your concerns passionate about and be a part “The best part about being ety, especially social anxiety, from and Barber encourages students to about anxiety, the issue of stigma, of something bigger than them- in an RSO, to me, has to be all seeking help. The policy requires use them if they feel they may be in which unfortunately still limits ac- selves.” the friendships you gain. My students to come into Birkam in or- crisis after hours. cess for many to counseling ser- Many students in RSOs feel org sisters are my best friends der to fill out an intake form before Ferris social vices. Again, our emphasis should that there are numerous bene- and whenever I need help with seeing a counselor. work senior Anika be on addressing and reducing bar- fits to gain from membership. something, I know I can defi- “I think [the Walton-Stanciel riers and increasing access to a full Alpha Phi Sigma is a co-ed nitely count on them,” LaGrone scheduling pol- said counseling range of mental health services.” honors society for criminal jus- said. “I cannot imagine making icy] could deter at Birkam helped Birkam Health Center is open tice students, which seeks to it this far at Ferris without my students. Sched- her deal with sit- from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday provide necessary career skills org sisters.” uling an appoint- uational anxiety, through Friday. After-hours men- for its members. Ferris criminal Any students interested in ment can be a lot but she knows tal health help is available on the justice and psychology senior creating a new RSO should con- Anika of students’ very Walton-Stanciel many people not Birkam web page found on ferris. and fundraising chair of Alpha tact the Center for Leadership, first step in seek- seeking help. edu. Phi Sigma Margaret Trinka Activities and Career Services ing help, which “If you have anxiety, it’s one thing feels that her involvement in (CLACS) office in the University Lizzy Whitehead is a huge deal,” to come to terms with that and not the RSO will benefit her future. Center. Ferris early edu- just think that it’s stress, but it’s “Being in an RSO like Alpha cation junior Lizzy Whitehead said. another thing to go seek help. If STEPHEN CHASE, M.D. Torch Corrections EAR, NOSE AND THROAT Board Certified 1.) Alyssa Cosselmon’s name was mispelled in the quiz “Which RSO should you join?” in the Sept. 5 • University of • Cleveland • Serving edition of the Torch. Michigan Clinic Area Since 2.) The dates of the Lambda Chi Alpha Watermelon Bust mentioned in the calendar “When to Greek Medical School Fellowship 1986 Out” in the Sept. 5 edition of the Torch are incorrect. The event has been rescheduled to Monday, Sept. 24 through Wednesday, Sept. 26. 328 W. Wackerly 245 E. Warwick 211 S. Crapo Midland, MI 48640 Alma, MI 48801 Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Corrections can be submitted through email at [email protected] or by calling (231) 591-5978 (989) 633-3277 (989) 463-6673 (989) 773-0028 (989) 633-EARS (989) 463-NOSE FAX (989) 773-5198 6

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“I never realized how much you can make in a microwave.” LIFESTYLES - Jake Nort - See below for story Alicia Jaimes | Lifestyles Editor | [email protected] Eating in When dining halls become a drag

Holly Baker ized how much you can make in Torch Reporter a microwave,” Ferris history junior Jake Nort said. Nobody likes eating the same Oven or microwave, students food every day. will find themselves clinging to When the meal plan gets old, these useful tools as the leaves Ferris business administration start to fall and the temperatures sophomore Blake Greeding likes begin to drop. to utilize the kitchen provided in “I like to cook for myself, es- his residence hall. pecially in the winter time. Living “I have used the floor kitchen in the dorms, sometimes on the once. My roommate and I want- weekends you don’t want to go ed Pizza Rolls, so we got a bak- outside unless you absolutely ing sheet, oven mitts and a little have to. I have a mini fridge in my spatula thing from the front desk. room and a microwave where I It worked out fine,” Greeding said. can heat up microwavable meals, Every residence hall has a small which are very fast and easy. I kitchen. While some students find make cereal or oatmeal in the this beneficial, others prefer cook- mornings before class,” Ferris ing a little closer to home. social work sophomore Rebekah “I have lived in the dorms for a Harris said. while, and I get tired of the food After a hot dinner, sweet treats from the Rock or the Quad. I’ve can be nice after a long day. tried cooking in the dorm kitch- “I make little mug cakes all the en. It’s not the best experience. time when it’s late and I need Where I live, the kitchen is pret- something sweet,” Greeding said, ty sucky, but it does the trick. “They are really easy and taste ex- Photo by: Kaitlyn Kirchner | Torch Photographer This year, I bought a microwave actly like the real thing.” While Ferris hospitality management senior Shane Hyman enjoys cooking his ramen noodles on the stove, they can to have in my dorm. I never real- also be made in the microwave by using a glass bowl or buying a Rapid Ramen Cooker bowl.

5-Minute Mac and Cheese Ingredients for one serving • ½ cup elbow macaroni Yummy in the tummy • ½ cup water • 3 tablespoons milk Try these quick recipes when • salt, to taste Omelet In a Mug • pepper, to taste Ingredients for one serving • ¼ cup shredded cheddar you’re strapped for time • 2 eggs cheese • ½ bell pepper, diced • fresh chives, to garnish • 2 slices ham, diced (optional) • ¼ cup fresh spinach • salt, to taste Directions • pepper, to taste 1. Mix the macaroni, water and salt in a microwaveable mug. Directions 2. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, 1. Combine all ingredients in a then stir. microwaveable mug. 3. Add the milk, cheese, salt 2. Cook for 2-3 minutes, mak- and pepper, then stir. ing sure the egg doesn’t bub- 4. Microwave for another 30 ble over. Stir halfway through seconds, stir and garnish with a the cooking process. sprinkle of chives. 3. Enjoy! 5. Enjoy!

Mug Cake Ingredients for 1 mug cake • 4 tablespoons flour • 3 tablespoons sugar • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder • ½ teaspoon baking powder • 3 tablespoons milk • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 tablespoon chocolate hazelnut spread, plus more for top- ping • powdered sugar, for topping (optional)

Directions 1. In a 12-ounce (375 ml) mug or larger, mix all ingredients (except the chocolate hazelnut spread) until just combined. 2. Once combined, spoon the chocolate hazelnut spread on top of the batter. 3. Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, watching to make sure it doesn’t spill over (depending on the size of the mug). 4. Let cool one minute before eating. Top with additional chocolate hazelnut spread and powdered sugar (optional).

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Lifestyles 7 Ferris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Birds and the bees Graphic by: Hannah Way | Production Assistant | Production Way by: Hannah Graphic

Practitioner (WHNP-BC) Christy Bourdlais said. never really going to sit down and have that talk with Get your freak on - safely In 2016, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) found someone. Like you’ll get it mentioned to you in your health that half of 20 million new STIs reported each year oc- class in high school, but really, it’s a problem in America,” Briana Hammontree curred among young people between the ages of 15 to Whitmore said. “It’s just sad to see because there are so Torch Reporter 24. Additionally, nearly 210,000 babies were born to girls many simple ways to prevent that.” between the ages of 15 to 19. Additionally, residence halls also participate in educat- Sexual education often doesn’t end after high school “Ferris statistics on STIs are very similar to national av- ing students about practicing safe sex and answering any and Ferris tries to help provide students with knowledge erages. Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed STI. questions. to keep them safe. On average, it is diagnosed once a day,” Bourdlais said. Ferris environmental biology sophomore Justice Hig- Studies have shown that the United However, the dangers often associated with unpro- gins feels Ferris could be doing more to help promote the States falls short in the healthy discus- tected sex can be preventable. Birkam practice of safe sex and the information around STDs. sion of safe sex and the dangers that Health and Counseling Centers will “I feel like they are not as advertised as they should occur when safety is avoided. In addi- host Health and Wellness Week be- be. Like students know there are resources for them out tion, there are some frequent miscon- tween Oct. 15 and Oct. 19, with preg- there, but they’re not as prominent and out there. Like ceptions surrounding safe sex. nancy and STI prevention being main the RAs talk about it, but then you have the kids who are “Misconceptions include that birth con- topics. coming in here for their first year and they’re over 19 or trol prevents sexually transmitted in- Ferris nursing freshman Victoria something so they’re never living in the dorms or some- fections (STIs), showering after sex pre- Whitmore thinks sex education is valu- thing, so they aren’t going to hear about it,” Higgins said. Christy vents STIs. Just using a condom during able at a collegiate level. Students can also go to beforeplay.org for more discre- Bourdlais Victoria ejaculation prevents STIs or pregnan- “I think that it’s really important that tion when looking up information. Birkam is open 8 a.m. Whitmore cy,” Ferris Birkam’s employee and Women’s Health Nurse we educate kids on what safe sex is, to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and is closed on the because I feel like a lot of times you’re weekends. Yummy in the tummy Safety first When and where Preventive tools used in for self-care practicing safe sex Briana Hammontree Hours of operation Torch Reporter Birkam Health Center: Planned Parenthood offers various tools to help prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) as Contact well as practice safe sex. Some of the tools include: Phone: (231) 591-2614 Email: [email protected] STD testing, diagnosing and treatment of: Address: 2280, 1019 Campus Dr, Big Rapids • Bacterial vaginosis (BV) • Chlamydia Acute illnesses are seen by appointment are on • Genital warts limited walk-ins. Scheduling for appointments • Gonorrhea can an also be done through Birkam’s Healthy • Herpes Dog Student Health Portal. • Syphilis • Trichomoniasis (trich) Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. STD prevention includes: • Condoms During after-hours or for emergencies: Call 911 • Female condoms or go to the nearest emergency room. • HPV vaccine (Gardasil) • STD and safer sex education Planned Parenthood: HIV Testing and Diagnosis • HIV education Contact • HIV referrals to both counseling and Phone: (231) 796-8612 treatment Address: 110 Sanborn Ave, Big Rapids

“Get Yourself Tested” GYT: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea Appointment scheduling is also offered online, and HIV, only $50. with walk-in appointments being accommodated to individuals when possible. Individuals are expected to pay during time of service unless prior arrangement was made. Some STD tests and treatments can be covered by insur- Health Center Hours: ances. Monday: noon – 7 p.m. Birkam Health Center offers free condoms to stu- Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. dents as well as provide contraceptive services, in- Wednesday: Closed cluding Intrauterine devices (IUDS) and Subdermal Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. implants, with the option to take the given choice Friday: Closed and have it inserted at the office. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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8 Lifestyles Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Ferris State Torch Reading...for fun? it,” Ferris elementary education sophomore Ally Lobbing Take a textbook break said. If you’re not in the mood for fantasy, maybe post-apoc- alyptic poetry would suit your fancy. Holly Baker “I like to read when I can. One of my favorite books Torch Reporter is ‘The Road’ by Cormac McCarthy. I love this book be- cause I love the storyline and the writing style. The story Ferris students are putting down the textbooks and is centered around a young boy and his father traveling picking up their favorite novels to take a break between across post-apocalyptic America and trying to survive. I classes. think McCarthy writes very beautifully,” Ferris political “I used to love reading in high school, but now that science sophomore John Kavis said. I’m in college I haven’t had much time to. I loved read- If you are looking for a book and movie double fea- ing the Harry Potter series. You gotta love the Harry Pot- ture, Ferris general studies freshman Zach Davidson ter series, it’s a classic. I’ve read them all, like, three has a popular recommendation. times,” Ferris biology sophomore Madi Baker said. “I honestly wish I could read more, but I try to read Books have the power to transport students from whenever I can. I really like The Hunger Games. I know dreary studies to an enchanted universe, like in the it’s really popular, but I think it’s a really cool story,” Da- popular book “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern. vidson said. “‘The Night Circus’ is such a magical book. It is by While Davidson prefers an action read, Ferris far my favorite. It’s about a circus that only comes out pre-nursing sophomore Hallie Bosh goes for a light and at night and the people who work at the circus. I love it airy read when she can. because it has the perfect level of romance and fantasy. “I only read in the summer. I like anything by Sarah The images of the circus are described so beautifully Dessen. She writes girly romance books and I am not as well. It’s like you are actually there when you read ashamed to admit that I love them,” Bosh said.

Favorite quotes from They said it first their favorite books “It takes a great deal of “You’re in the right place at bravery to stand up to our the right time, and you care enemies, but just as much to enough to do what needs to stand up to our friends.” be done. Sometimes that’s enough.” J.K. Rowling, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” Erin Morgenstern, “The Night Circus”

“If trouble comes when you “I am not pretty. I am not least expect it then maybe beautiful. I am as radiant as the thing to do is to always the sun.” expect it.” Suzanne Collins, “The Hunger Games” Cormac McCarthy, “The Road” Free Fridays Live music and good times

Alicia Jaimes year, Schuberg’s Insurance and Auto Owners decided Lifestyles Editor to add a $100 check to the non-profits as an added way of giving back,” Ostrander said. There are two more chances to spend your Friday Some bands that have performed in the past were rocking out to a free concert in town. Outlaw Express, Bob Craig and The Lazy Leprechauns. Beginning in 2007, the Pocket Park Series hosts a Attendees can expect to see Allison LeVeque and band every Friday night during the summer at Pocket Friends, and Third Power on their next visits to Friday’s Park in Big Rapids. This year’s events were held June Pocket Park Series. through September and will be ending Friday, Sept. 21. “It’s a constantly evolving event that we are always “Artworks and the Downtown Business Association looking for ways to improve,” Ostrander said. “The (DBA) were instrumental in putting it together. In its be- bands are from all over. Hayley Reardon came from ginning stages, Artworks was responsible for getting the Massachusetts last year and I am always impressed bands and various downtown businesses sponsored with the quality of music and the number of good-heart- weekly,” President of the DBA Randy Ostrander said. ed people enjoying it.” Ostrander was in charge of lining up the bands for There will be two more bands playing at Pocket Park Pocket Park this year. The music genres vary week to before the end of the season. The shows will be Friday week and as Ferris students began returning to cam- Sept. 14 and Friday Sept. 21 from noon to 2 p.m. in pus, Ostrander tried to introduce more rock bands to Pocket Park, just south of 125 N. Michigan Ave. Pocket Park in hopes that students would visit the event “If you haven’t been downtown to hear it, you really with friends. should. It personifies the Big Rapids’ motto ‘You’ll love “It’s a great event and everyone is happy to be in- it here,’ and I do,” Ostrander said. volved,” Ostrander said. Pocket Park was brought to you by Schuberg Insur- As well as a new band every week, 16 non-profits are ance Agency and Auto Owners. For more information, also chosen to be honored during these events. visit downtownbigrapids.com/events/pocket-park-con- “The non-profits are invited to have two people have cert-series/. lunch and speak during the bands’ intermission. This

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LifestylesLifestyles 9 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Weekly Festivities Don’t miss your chance. Get to know campus!

WEDNESDAY Conversation on Inclusion: To All The Boys I’ve Sept. 12 The Glass Ceiling Location: University Center Ballroom Loved Before Time: 4:45 - 8 p.m. THURSDAY Beer, Booze, and Books Sept. 13 Location: Williams Auditorium Time: 11 - 11:50 a.m. & 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

FRIDAY Keep Calm and Have Coffee with your Sept. 14 Academic Advisor Location: First floor of the Arts & Science Commons in the lobby near the elevators Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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MONDAY Bulldog Bonanza (Rescheduled) Sept. 17 Location: University Center Time: 4 - 7 p.m.

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10 Sports Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Ferris State Torch

“Everything else we did was us trying to get to that spot, but we fell short and now SPORTS we finally achieved it.”- Cole Walker - See page 11 for story Brendan Samuels | Sports Editor | [email protected] Bulldogs strike oil

Photo by: Samantha Cavotta | Torch Photographer Ferris junior receiver Jevon Shaw throws a stiff arm in the Bulldogs’ 59-13 victory over Findlay. The Bulldogs’ offense looked sharp as the team advanced to 2-0 on the year.

bell to senior wide receiver Keyondre Craig after a muffed total of 338 overall yards and five overall touchdowns. Ferris football jumps to 2-0 Oiler punt return and there was no stop in sight. “[Campbell is] a stocky body down there and he’s a hard guy to stop for no gain,” Annese said. “He’s the guy that can Michael Reedy find a lot of open spaces and do very well.” Torch Reporter The defense gained momentum going into halftime with a “I’m still pretty late red-zone stop seconds before time ran out. Ferris soph- Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell led the Bulldog omore defensive back Cyntell Williams football team to an outstanding 59-13 win Saturday, Sept. 8 young, but I just was a key part to holding the Oilers to only over the Findlay Oilers (Ohio). 13 points. After a 49-17 win over East Stroudsburg try to lead by “I’m still pretty young, but I just try to University (Pennsylvania) Aug. 30, the lead by example just by playing. That’s Bulldogs were faced with a challenging example just by how I approach leadership, just lead by Oilers team ahead of them, who racked playing.” example,” Williams said. up 69 points in their season opener. The offensive line is due some credit “I thought we contained a great quar- - Cyntell Williams for holding their ground and protecting terback successfully,” Ferris football head Cyntell their quarterbacks, as they have allowed coach Tony Annese stated. “Some things From there, the Bulldogs continued to hammer down on Williams just one sack in the Bulldogs’ first two we did really well, seven for 11 on third the Oilers defense, generating mostly from Campbell’s ath- contests. Tony down conversions… and eight out of eight Annese leticism, finishing the half with 70 rushing yards with one “They did an amazing job, all five of them,” Campbell said. on red-zone scores.” touchdown on top of his already recorded 132 passing yards The Bulldogs are back in action in Midland to face the The Bulldogs got the ball rolling by put- with two touchdowns. 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15. ting themselves on the scoreboard with a pass from Camp- Campbell’s night ended in the fourth quarter, racking up a 11

SportsSports 11 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018

Sports Shorts Mekayla Carey

Danny Collins Torch Reporter

Bulldog Invitational Both the Ferris men’s and women’s cross country teams were in action Saturday, Sept. 8 as they hosted the 2018 Ray Helsing Bulldog Invitational at Katke Course. This meet represents the start of the season for both teams. Each team finished first in the event and showed off all their hard work throughout the summer and preseason. Ferris senior Damien Halverson captured first place as the individual champion with a time of 27:33.9. Ferris sophomore Aaron Jarema finished in second place with a time of 28:11.09 and Ferris sophomore Mark Jacobs placed third with a time of 28:14.0 in the competition. On the women’s side, Ferris junior Katie Etelamaki finished in first place for the Bulldogs with a time of 18:57.5. Ferris fresh- man Paige Deitering finished fourth with a time of 20:21.9. The event represented the 44th annual event hosted by Ferris. Both teams will be back in action Friday, Sept. 14 at the Mich- igan State Spartan Invitational in East Lansing.

Weekend sweep The Ferris women’s soccer team began a seven-game road stand this past weekend against the Greyhounds Photo by: Samantha Cavotta | Torch Photographer () and the (Illinois). Friday, Sept. 7, the Bulldogs shut out the Greyhounds in route Mollie Hamelund 25 total blocks on the season. Carey has quietly been to a 3-0 victory. The Bulldogs were led in scoring with strikes Torch Reporter bringing in points and kills over her career, but this from Ferris freshman forward Grace VerHage, Ferris sophomore season she has the chance to break her previous re- midfielder Abigail Gilmore and Ferris senior captain forward Car- Top Dawg is heading to the court this cords. ley Dubbert. weekend, as the Bulldogs added some tallies in the Against the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Rang- Ferris redshirt freshman goaltender Taryn Meiste earned her win column. ers (Kenosha, Wisconsin), Carey led the team in 25 first shutout in her first collegiate start for the squad. This week, the now 6-3 Bulldogs faced the Wis- total attacks and brought the team the most block Sunday, Sept. 9, the Bulldogs defeated the Hawks in a 2-1 bat- consin-Parkside Rangers. Coming off of a tough loss assists at four. Carey is already on pace to beat last tle. The team was led in scoring with goals from Ferris freshman against Tampa, it was only fair they come back with year’s stats in just the nine games of the season so forward Pia Nagel and Ferris junior Tia VanSuilichem. a win. far. Meiste earned the start in net for the Bulldogs once again and The Bulldogs defeated the Rangers by winning all In the 13 matches that Carey played in the 2017 received her second victory of the season. three sets easily, bringing their conference record to season, she ended with a total of 29 kills, 79 total The team improved to 3-1 overall on the season and currently 1-0 so far. attacks and 35 total points. This year, Carey has re- holds a three-game win streak. Top Dawg this week will drop in the lap of Ferris corded 108 kills, 247 total attacks and an outstanding The team will be back in action as they prepare to compete junior middle hitter Mekayla Carey. The Morley-Stan- 133.5 points in nine matches. against the University of Illinois-Springfield Prairie Stars (Illinois) wood native brought her talents to the Bulldogs after Carey and the rest of the Bulldogs will be facing the 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11 (E.T.) in Hammond, Indiana. having a successful high school career. Northland Timberwolves in Midland 7 p.m. Tuesday, Carey kept her talents at Ferris, with her second Sept. 11 with hopes of keeping their winning streak year as a Bulldog bringing in a total of 100 kills and alive.

Ferris men’s Put a ring on it receive national title rings Danny Collins 2017- 18 campaign, tying the all-time NCAA Torch Reporter Division II record for most wins. The Bulldogs also claimed their fourth-straight GLIAC Tour- Across sports, a team’s accomplishments nament Championship, along with their sec- with a conference championship or a national ond-straight GLIAC regular season title. championship are often solidified with a ring “Some guys like to wear the rings around a being placed upon your finger. lot, but for me it’s just kind of a special thing I A ring symbolizes the hard work, dedica- have and I put it away. For special occasions I tion, perseverance, grit and passion that went will bring it out, but it’s not an everyday thing to into that championship season, and the Ferris wear in my opinion. Maybe at a big interview or men’s basketball team recently had a taste of a wedding,” Ferris junior guard Greg Williams this incredible feeling. said. The 2017-18 Ferris men’s basketball team The Bulldogs have also received their combined 2017-18 GLIAC made four-straight appear- Championship and 2017-18 NCAA Division II ances in the NCAA Tourna- National Championship rings Aug. 23. ment. This will be Bronke- The team was given their rings in a special ma’s sixth season at the ceremony at the team’s annual August barbe- helm for the Bulldogs. que located at head coach Andy Bronkema’s “Most of the time I will house near Falcon Head Golf Course. keep my ring in its case, but “I will mostly keep it to myself for now, but Andy I guess I will wear it out for for special occasions I might have to bring it Bronkema special occasions. Being in out,” Ferris junior center college and playing on the Cole Walker said. “This ac- national level, this is definitely up there for top complishment is at the top moments. It’s hard to say if it’s number one of my list. Everything else but it’s definitely top two,” Ferris senior guard we did was us trying to get and multi-sport athlete DeShuan Thrower said. to that spot but we fell short The team will open up at home in an exhibi- and now we finally achieved tion match-up against Grand Rapids Commu- it.” nity College in Jim Wink Arena 7 p.m. Friday, Last season, the Bulldogs Oct. 19, followed by the team’s annual Alumni Cole Walker claimed the university’s first Game 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21. national championship title The Bulldogs will then travel to Durham, with a 71-69 win over Northern State Univer- North Carolina for the highly anticipated exhi- sity (Aberdeen, South Dakota) in Sioux Falls, bition against the nationally-ranked Duke Blue South Dakota. Devils at Cameron Indoors Stadium 4 p.m. Photo courtesy of Greg Williams The team finished 38-1 overall in the Saturday, Oct. 27. After an NCAA Division II championship, the Ferris men’s basketball team received their rings. 12

12 Sports Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Ferris State Torch FERRIS FANTASY FOOTBALL

The NFL kicked off its regular season over the week- end, marking the beginning of this year’s Ferris Fanta- sy Football. Week one graciously handed Team Torch a victory, Brendan Samuels Sports Editor allowing the team to jump out to an early 1-0 start. The Bulldogs had a great day on the field when they took on the Findlay Oilers (Ohio) Saturday, Sept. 8. Al- though Ferris moved to 2-0 on the year, their fantasy the team was unable to put them away. I think Ro- score was not good enough to beat the pros. ethlisberger will return with a vengeance against the Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell showed Chiefs. up for his team, posting an unreal 44 fantasy points RB1 – Jay Ajayi (Philadelphia Eagles) – Ajayi had behind his five-touchdown performance. On the other two week-one touchdowns and I like his chances to end of his passes was Ferris redshirt freshman receiv- THIS WEEKEND’S repeat against a weakened Buccaneers defense. er Sy Barnett, who totaled 21 points this week. RB2 – Ty Montgomery (Green Bay Packers) – The The professionals were too prepared this week, receiver turned work horse is coming into his own and however. My pick of Drew Brees from the New Orleans SPORTS FOR FERRIS I think he’ll see a lot of targets against a Vikings team Saints was on point, as the veteran spent the day trad- geared toward pass rushing. ing shots with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers en route to WR1 – Julio Jones (Atlanta Falcons) – Jones is a Friday Sept. 14: a 31.6 point performance. matchup nightmare no matter who he plays, enough Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Connor • Men's and Women's CC at MSU for the Michigan said. proved to be a great choice in the FLEX position. With State Spartan Invitational (No time posted) WR2 – Kenny Stills (Miami Dolphins) – Stills is a starter Le’veon Bell refusing to play, Connor saw ex- • Women's Soccer at SVSU at noon silent killer for the Dolphins and let’s be honest, the tended reps and he delivered three touchdowns as a • Vollyeball at Northern Michigan at 7p.m. J-E-T-S just aren’t that good. result. TE – Eric Ebron () – Ebron was One big reason the Bulldogs dropped this contest very productive in his debut after parting ways with was a lack of key contributors. Aside from Campbell Saturday Sept. 15: the Lions. Look for Andrew Luck to find the speedy big and Barnett, Ferris didn’t have many big plays. The man against the Redskins. • Women's Golf at SVSU Invitational (No time defense scored a measly two points in a performance D/ST – Denver Broncos – Bradley Chubb and Von posted) where they failed to take the football away or sack the Miller are a nightmare for any quarterback. There’ll be • Men's Golf at Bulldog Invitational (No time quarterback. no saving Derek Carr and the Raiders come Sunday. That’s not to say the team didn’t play well, as the posted) K – Matt Prater () – The Lions don’t offense was a well-oiled machine in the victory over • Women's at ITA Regionals in Grand Rap- look very ready after the preseason. I’m guessing Prat- the Oilers. ids (Time TBD) er will see plenty of action when the offense stalls in Ferris will have another chance come next week • Football at at 1p.m. the red zone. and with that, here are my picks for week two. • Volleyball at Michigan Tech at 4 p.m. FLEX – Adrian Peterson (Washington Redskins) – It’s weird not seeing AP in a purple uniform, but that QB- Ben Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) – Big doesn’t mean he can’t continue his impressive career Ben played well in week one against Cleveland, but Sunday Sept. 16: elsewhere. • Women's Golf at SVSU Invitational (No time posted) • Men's Golf at Bulldog Invitational (No time Team Torch Box Score FERRIS STATE Box Score posted) • Women's Tennis at ITA Regionals in Grand Rap- Position Player Points Position Player Points ids (Time TBD) • Women's Soccer at Davenport at 1p.m. QB Drew Brees 31.6 QB Jayru Campbell 44

Monday Sept. 17: RB 1 Christian McCaffrey 13.5 RB 1 Marvin Campbell 11 • Women's Tennis at ITA Reginonals in Grand Rap- ids (Time TBD) RB 2 Alex Collins 6.9 RB 2 Derrick Portis 10

WR1 T.Y. Hilton 15.6 WR1 Sy Barnett 21

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Sports 13 Ferris State Torch Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Setting up the season Ferris volleyball opens up conference play

Michael Reedy Torch Reporter

The Bulldogs opened up conference play Friday, Sept. 7 with a decisive 3-0 set win over the University of Wiscon- sin-Parkside Bears (Kenosha, Wiscon- sin). After a 5-3 start to the season, the women’s volleyball team improved to 7-3 after defeating Purdue Northwest University in three straight sets Sat- urday, Sept. 8, gaining momentum heading into the thick of conference play. Over the weekend, Allyson Cappel led the Bulldogs with 23 kills over the weekend, while Mekayla Carey was a mere second with a total of 20 kills. With winning four consecutive GLI- AC titles, the standard is set pretty high for the team. The program has a great tradition of winning , which exists because of the coaching from head coach Tia Brandel-Wilhelm, as well as a handful of great players that have walked through the doors. With five seniors graduating after the 2017 season and only two seniors entering the 2018 season, the Bull- dogs have a young core that is eyeing to make that four consecutive titles turn into five. “I thought every- one played well. I mean, we had some players come off the bench that have seen, you know, not a ton of time and I thought they did Tia great,” Brandel-Wil- Brandel-Wilhelm helm said. Losing key play- makers on the court can interfere with chemistry that is built between play- ers. In the 2018 season, the Bulldogs must find a way where everyone’s styles connect. “I think the team is working well to- gether, definitely, you know. This team gets along really well,” Brandel-Wil- helm said. “They are very single-mind- ed in their focus as a team...they mesh well together. They work well together.” With a few games under the belt, the Bulldogs seemed to have focused on a few of their strengths. “I think that we stayed even keeled and we didn’t let the ups and downs of the game af- fect us.” Ferris ju- Maeve nior setter Maeve Grimes Grimes said. Purdue North- west is known to have a strong de- fense and the Bulldogs needed to have an even stronger offense to pull off the win. “They’re just such a scrappy team and they play with such great energy that you kind of have to always be just overcoming that energy factor,” Bran- del-Wilhelm said. “We were just really trying to stay focused on seeing what was happening over there and being in our position ready to play the ball.” The Bulldogs look to ride the wave of their great start as they travel to the upper peninsula for competitive match-ups against the Northern Mich- igan Wildcats 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, followed by Michigan Tech 4 p.m. Sat- Photo by: Samantha Cavotta | Torch Photographer urday, Sept. 15. Freshman middle-hitter Samantha Hermann sends the ball over the net. The Bulldogs are undefeated in GLIAC play to start the new year. 14

14 OpinionsOpinions Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch

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When I first learned people were burning - TORCH STAFF - Nike shoes, I was shocked. The shoes look and feel great, sure, but Editor in Chief Visual Content Megan Lewton Samantha Cavotta burning a shoe that can run up into hundreds (231) 591-5978 Taylor Davis of dollars seems ridiculous. Will Holden Production Kaitlyn Kirchner Then I learned why people were tear- Manager ing off the emblem and getting rid of their Sarah Massey Videographer Sid Sabo shoes: their own act of protest to Colin Production Kaepernick. Assistant Reporters Hannah Way Holly Baker Now let me just say, before we delve any Danny Collins deeper into this, that I had a neutral opinion News Editor Mollie Hamelund Cora Hall Briana Hammontree to the controversy surrounding kneeling during Michael Reedy the national anthem. While I wasn’t strongly Lifestyles Editor Landry Shorkey Alicia Jaimes Grant Siddall offended by his action, I know veterans and friends who were. Sports Editor Interim Visual Brendan Samuels Content As Americans, we are all garnered the Graphic by: Sarah Massey | Production Manager Hunter Pariseau right to freedom of speech and the right to Opinions Editor Marley Tucker Managing peaceably assemble. We saw this the day peaceful forms of protesting is being tied to Nike is courting.” Copy Editor Kaepernick took a knee and hundreds of thou- people literally lighting shoes on fire is quite a While Nike’s stock has gone down three per- Multimedia Editor Rebecca Bostic Megell Strayhorn sands of Americans were moved by this action response, and many find the action ridiculous. cent as of Tuesday, Sept. 4, this idea seems to Copy Editors in either a positive or negative way. So then I am truly intrigued to see how this all plays be supporting it, despite those who are upset Web Supervisor Sydney Stevens Kat Merby how does this go to back to Nike? out. These forms of protest are made to garner by the decision. According to a report from Distributor Kaepernick was recently revealed as the attention, and at least on the side of millenni- Edison Trends, an advertising research firm, Office Manager Grant Siddall Holly Baker face of Nike’s most recent campaign, and as als, many appear to be on Nike’s side. Nike’s online sales grew 31 percent. For their Adviser someone who is slowly becoming more and A recent article by Times stated 30th anniversary, Nike’s choices have stirred Podcast Manager Steve Fox Zach Schildhouse (231) 591-2529 more of a shoe fanatic, I can see why some that “…the move was sure to be seen by many up America, and we can either contribute to people may be burning some shoes. as provocative, the Beaverton, Ore., company the controversy or further discuss how we got Cartoonist Samuel McNeill But let me just add that I am here for is betting that more customers will support to this point in the first place. Kaepernick’s campaign. The fact that his own it — particularly the younger demographic that 15

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Cartoon by: Samuel McNeill | Cartoonist Hurt feelings and identity Disability is not a death sentence like us on facebook at When your very identity is something that people deny or reject with every fiber of their being, even with Marley Tucker Ferris State Torch an offhand comment, it hurts in a way that is hard to Opinions Editor describe. When you sit in the University Center, you have the chance of engaging in interesting conversations with other students, and one I stumbled into last week and fulfilling lives of people living any way they can? presented a devastating reality that was brought to Disability is not a death sentence. my attention. Death seems acceptable when people consider There he was, a complete stranger my age, saying disability, and what a slippery moral slope that is. that he would rather be dead than be disabled in any Do they think that way for other circumstances or way, shape or form. I know he meant no harm by his demographics? It’s hard not to take it personally. Just comment, and it wasn’t directed at me necessarily, because something intersects with disability doesn’t but its sentiment carries an unseen weight that many mean that you can just disregard it because it makes do not see. Preferring death over disability is a belief you uncomfortable. held by a lot of people. Even in academia, the idea I believe that to show people how we live, we need that one’s mind and body can become impaired is a to be cognizant of events happening on campus that source of anxiety. Ableism is a constant strain in our highlight disability and lives of those affected--cele- communities. brate it even. When saying disability, I am including people living A schedule of events will be offered in October with physical, cognitive or otherwise invisible disabil- during Disability Awareness Month, with the goal of ities that impact someone’s quality of life. Disability fostering acceptance and understanding among visi- may emerge at birth or occur during a person’s life- tors, students and staff members on campus. One of time at any stage of mobility; it affects every culture, the events, the showing of “Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get watch us on ethnicity, education level, gender and socioeconomic Far on Foot - A Film by Gus Van Sant” on Monday, Oct. status. Despite the fact that almost 12 percent of 15 in the University Center, is one that I am particular- our population is disabled and disabled students like ly excited for people to watch. youtube FSU torch myself exist on campus, a lot of misconceptions and While we shouldn’t need to illustrate all of the ways bias exists in our society. disabled people live, proper representation in media When nondisabled and able-bodied people say that is important. Even off campus, more and more people they would prefer death to what limited view they have are seeing how disability exists in America. When of disabled lives and how they are lived, they are infer- you have a chance, pick up Teen Vogue’s September ring that people living with disabilities lead lives not issue. Three disabled women grace the covers, and OPEN 24 HOURS worth living. I have dealt with my own minefields of I’m hoping that since conversations about diversity conversation here on campus when I am forthcoming and inclusivity often overlook disability, we can rem- about my health status. Being a disabled woman is edy that. as integrated into my being as much as breathing. It Disability is strong and terrible, a weakness and is a part of me that cannot be denied or ignored (my a strength. It is not death nor the end, and it is an chronic pain makes sure of that). identity for many students who walk our campus. Disability is not a dirty word that should be shirked, Include those students in your conversations and and I wish that more people knew that. Would that consider their impact when having conversations in man have said the same, presented with the vibrant your circles. FULLY EQUIPPED EXERCISE FACILITY Tanning, Treadmills, Stationary Bikes, Aerobics, Free Weights, Locker Rooms, $75.00 Dumbbells, 20 machines Check us out online at fsutorch.com Call 231-796-3239 Gym & Tanning 310 N. Michigan through the end of semester (12/15/18) Big Rapids with Ferris State I.D. 16

16 Opinions Week of Sept. 12 - 18, 2018 Ferris State Torch Silence is not All heart but the answer Frankly, I’m disappointed no hope It’s become a reoccurring We shouldn’t be afraid to speak up about our struggles theme among people in power and I really hate to see it Cora Hall become the norm. News Editor But lately, it seems, the com- Kaitlyn Kirchner mon response to significant Torch Photographer conflicts at universities every- where is radio silence from be transparent. And that, my administrators. friends, is a red flag in any Now, I have never been in situation. Life shouldn’t be this hard. I’m an administrative position and To me, being open and will- 20 years old, I shouldn’t be this had the weight of responsibility ing to communicate is one of sick of living. I shouldn’t be this of an entire institution on my the most important qualities of tired. shoulders, but I do know what any relationship, whether it’s These are all things I’ve been it looks like to student bodies a friendship, romantic relation- thinking lately and they’re true. I when their administration has ship, boss to employee, etc. If love my jobs, my classes and my little to no response to a cam- you cannot effectively commu- friends. I love this university. My pus-wide issue. nicate, in good situations or heart is in it, but my head just It looks like they don’t give bad, it is unlikely you will have refuses to cooperate. a sh-t. a positive relationship. Living with mental illness, diag- An example of this beyond Seeing those in positions nosed or not, is incredibly difficult. Ferris is displayed in Michigan of power setting such a poor According to the National Alliance State University’s response to example of communication is on Mental Illness, 75 percent of the Nassar trials last year. It disheartening to me. Students mental health conditions manifest took far too long for their pres- reading over and over that by the age of 24. College students ident to step down after it was administrators “declined to are suffering, myself included. I painfully clear there was negli- comment” sends such a nega- am unable to get out of bed some gence on the university’s part tive message to them. days. Other days I feel fine, great in letting Nassar practice. As a journalist, it’s incredibly even. Sometimes I feel lucky to be There were very few com- frustrating to me when I cannot alive and other times I wish I didn’t ments from former presi- represent both sides to a story. have to exist, because existing can Graphic by: Sarah Massey | Production Manager dent Lou Anna Simon at the I want to be fair to my readers be so exhausting. hearings—which she stopped and give both sides a chance The worst part is not even that attending early on—and she to voice their opinion, but I fact that I feel this way. The worst nomenon of depression and other certain way. Why? Who told us that never offered an apology or have been continually forced part is that very few people under- illnesses being viewed as “tragi- we have to suffer in silence? I’m took responsibility for any of by administrators to leave their stand that I feel this way. So many cally beautiful” makes me angry. not ashamed to admit that I need the mistakes made by those side without comment when people had good intentions, “Have My sadness is neither beautiful help and you shouldn’t either. she was directly in charge of. serious university-wide issues you tried yoga?”, “Are you taking nor poetic. There is nothing allur- If you think you need someone Understandably, many of the occur. vitamins?”, “I have bad days, too” ing or mysterious about my pain. I to talk to, even if you’re just more survivors were upset and felt as As a university administra- and my personal favorite: “Don’t don’t need to be fixed and I don’t stressed out than usual, please, go though the former president did tor, you cannot, in good con- joke about suicide. It’s not funny!” need to be saved, certainly not to the Personal Counseling Center. not care about them or care if science, refuse to use your You’re right, it’s not really funny. by anyone who thinks suffering is I know Birkam is a joke but the Nassar was brought to justice. voice to inform and give insight It’s one of the ways I cope with my beautiful. counseling center has people you This is just one instance. on significant events or issues impending doom. Why should I have to pretend can talk to. I enjoy dumping all my When administrators decline to that affect nearly everyone at Mental illness is becoming that I’m not struggling? What is problems on someone I don’t have comment on issues that neg- your university. So that begs romanticized these days, especial- the point of lying to people? Even to associate with on a personal atively affect their students, the question: why has silence ly with “13 Reasons Why” being writing this is a struggle. I’m trying basis. We’re all a little messed up, it shows an unwillingness to become the standard? so popular on television. This phe- to strike a balance so that I seem a so why not just stand together?

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